Presentation
16 Oct 2018With the presentation, the officiant introduces the couple as married to the guests. Traditionally, this includes the bride and groom with the groom's last name (Mr. & Mrs. Smith). However, it can be whatever you'd like. It is with great pleasure that I introduce to you.... Mr. &[...]
Closing
16 Oct 2018In a religious ceremony, the minister asks God to bless the newly wedded couple and offers a final prayer for the couple. In a nonreligious ceremony, the officiant offers a wish for the couple. We've included some of our favorite closings below.
Prounouncement
16 Oct 2018This is the familiar "I now pronounce you man and wife." It is the officiant's pronouncement that the two of you, in accordance with the laws of the Church and/or the laws of the State, have been joined together in the contract of marriage. The officiant often states the authority under which he can[...]
Unity Ceremony
16 Oct 2018Unity Ceremonies are, in their most basic form, a way for the bride and groom to commemorate their ceremony. Most create physical things that can be displayed such as a tree, a vial of sand, or a knot that can be displayed in the home to remind the couple of their ceremony. We've [...]
Ring Exchange
16 Oct 2018Rings are given for two reasons. First, it is a constant reminder of the love and devotion given by the other. It is meant to remind each other that even during the darkest days of life and even the darkest days of marriage, that they still have a partner in love and life that will be there forever.[...]
Vows
16 Oct 2018At the heart of every wedding ceremony are the vows; the promises that the bride & groom make to each other; promises made to love, honor, and cherish each other until death. There is no right or wrong way to approach this aspect of the ceremony. Some couples prefer to have the traditional vows [...]
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